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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What tone of voice does Andrew use to speak to Ruth after Robert has died?

2. What does Mary notice about her mother at the end of Act 2, Scene 2?

3. What does Robert want Andrew to promise in Act 3, Scene 1?

4. What tone of voice does Ruth use when she says "Come on and I'll get your dinner for you" at the end of Act 2?

5. What is the medical specialist's name?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Robert's relationship with his daughter Mary? Do you agree or disagree that he seems to be a better parent than Ruth? Explain your viewpoint using specific textual examples.

Essay Topic 2

Do you think it is fair that Ruth asks Robert to cancel his plans for the sea voyage and stay at home with her? In what ways does she manipulate him to make this decision? Explain using specific supporting examples.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Andrew's physical appearance and personality at the beginning of the play and contrast it with how he looks and behaves at the end of the play. What do you think caused these changes?

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